on tiptoe definition
Overview
This page has two definitions of on tiptoe in English. On tiptoe is a prepositional phrase. Examples of how to use on tiptoe in a sentence are shown. Also define these 0 related words and terms: .
English
Prepositional phrase
- Standing elevated on the tips of one's toes.
- Moving carefully, quietly, warily or stealthily on the tips of one's toes.
- We crept out on tiptoe so as not to awake the children.
Synonyms
- (adverbial): atiptoe, en pointe (ballet), tiptoeingly (rare)
- (adjectival): atiptoe, tiptoeing
Translations
moving carefully
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